Health & Wellness

  • Why Do My Joints Hurt?

    Keep reading to learn some of the common joint pain causes that may be affecting you. We’re covering why joints hurt sometimes, different types of joint pain you might experience, and what’s causing it. You’ll also learn how things like posture and inflammation relief can help with how to improve joint health over time and get you back to being pain-free.
    Posted in joint pain, pain relief, treating symptoms, wellness

  • Benefits of Stress Management: Managing Stress During the Holidays

    The holiday season brings joy, happiness, and sometimes…stress. It can be overwhelming juggling family, friends, and work while trying to find the perfect gifts for everyone. Scheduling in some much-needed "me time" can increase the benefits of stress management. Managing stress during the holidays can help calm you down and even re-energize you so that you can get everything you need done, happily.
    Posted in holiday, mental health, self care, wellness

  • Bedroom Sitting Room: Bedroom Chair Ideas for Lounging

    After a long day of handling work, juggling various schedules, cooking dinner, and trying to make time for friends, there’s nothing better than coming home and relaxing in your private sanctuary. That’s why so many have created bedroom sitting room areas to help them unwind. Whether you’re curling up with a favorite book, enjoying morning coffee, or just wanting a little privacy away from the main living spaces, adding comfy bedroom chair ideas turns your space into the perfect retreat.
    Posted in decor, recovery, self care, wellness

  • Supporting Vestibular Migraine Treatment at Home

    If you live with vestibular migraine symptoms, then you know how important managing this condition is to keep your routine from being disrupted. Vestibular migraine affects upwards of 3% of adults and is roughly five times more common for women than men1. Even though it impacts many people worldwide, it’s often left undiagnosed or mistaken for brainstem aura because of the irregularity of the symptoms compared to traditional migraines. Finding effective home remedies for vestibular migraine will noticeably improve your quality of life.
    Posted in pain relief, recovery, self care, treating symptoms

  • Creating a Home Spa Room For The Perfect At Home Spa Day

    Some days you need some pampering, but might be unable to leave your home due to various reasons. You can still get the self-care you need with an at home spa day just by making a few tweaks. This guide will offer tips on home spa day ideas such as providing recommendations on lighting, decorations, and equipment, and ideas on how to upgrade your spa to take it to the next level.
    Posted in recovery, self care, treating symptoms, wellness

  • How to Relax Tight Pelvic Floor Muscles

    If you’re experiencing pain, tension, or unusual pressure in your pelvic area, there’s a chance you have tight pelvic floor muscles. When the muscles in this area are overworked because of stress or other factors, it can result in a wide range of symptoms that interfere with your daily routine. Pelvic floor muscle relaxation techniques are the key to alleviating and managing these symptoms to loosen the affected muscle group.
    Posted in pain relief, recovery, wellness, women

  • Home Media Room Design Ideas for Furniture & Seating

    Sometimes, you don't want to leave your house but still want to have a good time. Enter the media room: a space used for various purposes such as watching a movie, listening to music, playing games, etc. If you don't have your own media room yet, you may be interested in dreaming up your own media room design ideas.
    Posted in general, recovery, self care, wellness

  • How to Treat Menopause Joint Pain and Find Relief

    Menopause joint pain is common to experience during menopause and can cause discomfort. It can be caused by low levels of estrogen, which may lead to painful joints, a higher risk of osteoporosis, and inflammation. You can reduce the symptoms of menopause joint pain by using a zero gravity chair, eating anti-inflammatory food, and exercising often.

    Posted in pain relief, treating symptoms, women

  • Spa Relaxation Room Furniture and Decor Ideas for Happy Clients

    As a spa owner, you understand the competitiveness of the industry and how important it is to set your business apart from the rest to attract the best clients and keep them coming back. This goes beyond just the quality of services you offer; it also includes the overall experience your clients have from the time they arrive until they leave. This means you can’t afford to overlook spa relaxation room furniture and decor as key elements in your client’s visit.

    Posted in pain relief, recovery, self care, wellness

  • How Does Physical Activity Improve Mental Health?

    As we’re approaching World Mental Health Day, recognized each year on October 10th, now’s the perfect time to learn how physical activity and mental health are inherently linked. Being active is one of the most effective methods for managing and improving mental health. It keeps your mind and body in balance with one another. From improving your mood to safeguarding your cognitive function, consistent physical activity can have lasting benefits now and as you get older.
    Posted in fitness, mental health, self care, wellness

  • Does Cold Weather Affect Carpal Tunnel?

    Carpal tunnel syndrome is a relatively common condition affecting up to an estimated 5% of the adult population1. The effects of this condition stem from your wrist and can make even simple actions like typing, texting, or just holding a cup of coffee challenging due to pain, numbness, and tingling sensations. For those living with carpal tunnel syndrome, one of the most common questions asked is, “Does cold weather make carpal tunnel worse?” As flare-ups are more common during the colder months, it’s important to have an understanding of why this happens in order to manage symptoms more effectively.
    Posted in healthy aging, self care, treating symptoms, wellness

  • How to Prevent Frozen Shoulder

    Frozen shoulder is a disruptive health condition that can leave your shoulder feeling stiff, sore, and hard to move. It’s more common than you may realize, affecting an estimated 4% of all people, 36% of whom are also living with diabetes1. Learning how to avoid frozen shoulder relies on identifying its root causes and knowing what symptoms to be on the lookout for.
    Posted in pain relief, recovery, self care, treating symptoms